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An excavator exposes an unmarked duct bank. What is the next step?

Correct Answer

D) Stop affected excavation, protect the utility, notify responsible parties, and verify location.

Unexpected utilities require stop-work, protection, notification, and verification.

Answer Options
A
Pull it aside with the bucket
B
Apply bury it quickly to the utility strike near miss condition
C
Select continue at full speed for utility strike near miss
D
Stop affected excavation, protect the utility, notify responsible parties, and verify location.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Unexpected utilities require stop-work, protection, notification, and verification.

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